1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 773 kg more than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1947 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Station Wagon | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2881 mm |